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The incident happened at Lowther showground in Cumbria on Friday Credit: Great North Air Ambulance

A famous carriage driver has been airlifted to hospital after an incident at the Lowther show-ground in Cumbria.

George Bowman senior, 78, from Penrith, suffered head and chest injures during a carriage driving accident yesterday and was airlifted to Carlisle's Cumberland Infirmary. His condition was said to be stable last night.

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The Earl and Countess of Wessex were in Dumfries today to mark the official opening of Dock Park after its £2 million refurbishment.

Children from local schools for waited their arrival.

The Countess of Wessex greeting school children Credit: ITV Border

The royal party walking through bowling greens after greeting schoolchildren Credit: ITV Border

Councillor Colin Smyth from Dumfries and Galloway Council said:

"It's fantastic to have a royal visit today to officially open the Dock Park. It's a beautiful day and it really showcases what a great facility we have here. I've been working hard to push for the upgrade and I'm delighted that the £2 million has been put to such good use."

The Earl of Wessex tries his hand at mini golf Credit: ITV Border

The Countess of Wessex playing mini golf, watched on by her husband Credit: ITV Border

After trying out the new facilities, the Earl and Countess of Wessex officially opened the park by unveiling a plaque.

Children wait with their flags as the Earl makes his way round to the plaque Credit: ITV Border

The unveiling of the plaque marks the official opening Credit: ITV Border